U.S. and E.U. Face Uphill Fight in Keeping Chips Out of Russia
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U.S. and E.U. Face Uphill Fight in Keeping Chips Out of Russia

Western technology goods are winding up in Russian missiles, raising questions about the efficacy of sanctions.
How Ukraine’s Battered Steel Industry Galvanized Its War Effort
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How Ukraine’s Battered Steel Industry Galvanized Its War Effort

The iron- and steel-producing factories of Ukraine’s rust belt have made body armor, helmets and armored plates for vehicles — and steelworkers risked their lives rolling out heavy machinery at the beginning of the war to help physically block the Russian advance.
As Zelensky Visits Kherson, World Bank Says Ukraine Needs $411 Billion to Rebuild
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As Zelensky Visits Kherson, World Bank Says Ukraine Needs $411 Billion to Rebuild

The bank released a significantly higher figure as European Union leaders approved plans to provide Kyiv with one million artillery shells over the next 12 months.